social relationships

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Study: Link Between Anxiety and Bonding With Cats

Caitlin Dempsey

A study by researchers from the University of Helsinki surveyed pets owners to understand the link between mental health and types of pet relationships.

A barn cat looks down from a ledge.

Cats Don’t Have a Problem With Strangers Who are Mean to Their Owners

Explore Cats Contributor

Researchers found cats – unlike dogs – don’t avoid strangers who refuse to help their owners.